Donburi (丼物) Karaage Donburi (唐揚げ丼)

Japanese rice bowl topped with crispy fried chicken in a flavorful broth.

Japanese rice bowl topped with crispy fried chicken in a flavorful broth.

Ingredients (for 2 servings)

Breaded Fried Chicken

• Chicken

• Rice

• Miso soup

• White cabbage salad

• Japanese Kewpie mayonnaise

Ingredients for the fried chicken:

• About 350 g chicken thigh

• Salt and pepper

• 2 teaspoons mayonnaise

• 2 teaspoons soy sauce

• 2 teaspoons sake

• 1/2 piece of ginger (grated)

• 1/2 clove garlic (grated)

• 2 tablespoons potato starch

• 1 tablespoon water

• 1/2 cup flour

• Oil for frying (as needed)

Preparation

Prepare the chicken:
Cut the chicken into 4 to 5 cm pieces to keep it juicy, and smaller pieces to enjoy the crispy batter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Rub the chicken with mayonnaise.
Place the chicken in a plastic bag and let it marinate for about 2 hours.
(Mayonnaise helps coat the chicken with oil, keeping it juicy without drying out.)

Prepare the batter:
In a bowl, mix the potato starch with enough water to form a batter. Add the flour and mix quickly.
(Potato starch crisps up when fried, and the flour helps the batter stick better to the chicken.)

Coat the chicken:
Drain the chicken well and coat it with the batter just before frying.
(Do not coat the chicken too early to keep it crispy.)

Fry the chicken:
Heat oil in a pan to 170°C (medium heat). Fry the chicken pieces without overcrowding to prevent sticking.
After 3 minutes, turn the chicken and fry for another 2 minutes until golden.
Finish at high heat for 1 minute for a perfect crisp.
Place the fried chicken on a rack to drain excess oil.

Assemble the Donburi:
Serve warm rice in a bowl, add the crispy fried chicken on top, and garnish with a little lemon and parsley (in small amounts) for the finishing touch.

Tips

• Use mayonnaise as seasoning: it keeps the chicken juicy without making it greasy.

• Double batter with potato starch and flour ensures a crispy chicken.

• Fry at medium temperature for even cooking, then increase heat for a crispy finish.

This Karaage Donburi recipe is a true Japanese delight, combining the richness of crispy fried chicken with the softness of rice and miso soup for a tasty, balanced meal!